22 vs Earth

Exclusive Q&A with 22 vs. Earth Director Kevin Nolting

By Zach Johnson Still wondering what 22 had against Earth in Disney and Pixar’s Soul? Wonder no more! In 22 vs. Earth, a new short from Pixar Animation Studios, Tina Fey returns as the voice of the quick-witted and sarcastic 22. Set before the events of the feature film Soul, which recently won the Oscars® …

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Nomadland

Wins for Nomadland and Soul Among Most Magical Moments from the 93rd Oscars®

By Beth Deitchman Disney releases combined to win five Academy Awards® during The Oscars®, which aired live last night on ABC. Searchlight Pictures’ Nomadland earned three Oscars: Best Motion Picture, Best Actress in a Leading Role, and a history-making win for its director, Chloé Zhao. Zhao became the first Chinese woman to receive the Oscar …

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Oscars

Everything You Need to Know About The Oscars® on ABC

By Zach Johnson Hollywood’s biggest night is almost here! ABC will broadcast the 93rd Oscars® live on Sunday, April 25, at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT, but the fun and the glamour will begin way before the first winner’s name is announced! From dynamic pre-shows and post-shows to comprehensive podcasts, this is an awards season …

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2021 Oscars

The Walt Disney Company Earns 15 Oscar® Nominations

By Zach Johnson Get ready to roll out the red carpet! Nominations for the 93rd Academy Awards® were announced earlier this morning, with The Walt Disney Company receiving 15 in total. Nomadland leads the pack with six nods; the feature films Soul, Mulan, The One and Only Ivan, Onward, and The United States vs. Billie …

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Captain America Civil War

Can You Find These 23s In Disney Movies and Series?

By Jocelyn Buhlman You probably don’t need to guess what our favorite number is here at D23. Named for the year 1923, when Walt Disney founded The Walt Disney Company, D23 has been celebrating Disney fandom since 2009. Since today is our anniversary, we thought we’d celebrate by pointing out where you can find our …

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Golden Globes

Disney Releases Earn Five Golden Globe Awards for 2021

By Beth Deitchman Searchlight Pictures’ Nomadland, Disney and Pixar’s Soul, and the Hulu Original The United States vs. Billie Holiday combined to earn five Golden Globe® Awards for 2021—including Best Drama, which was awarded to Nomadland. The awards were presented last night by the Hollywood Foreign Press Association during a live telecast hosted by Tina …

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Soullfully

Celebrate Soulfully in February at Walt Disney World Resort

By Beth Deitchman A new exhibit inside The American Adventure at EPCOT and new art displays and live jazz performances at Disney Springs are among the ways to celebrate soulfully at Walt Disney World Resort right now. Coinciding with and extending beyond February’s Black History Month, these offerings honor Black heritage and culture through music, …

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Golden Globe

Disney Earns 25 Golden Globe® Award Nominations in 2021

By Zach Johnson Get ready for glitz, glamour, and gold! This morning, film and television titles from across The Walt Disney Company earned a total of 25 Golden Globe® nominations for 2021. The list was revealed by actresses Taraji P. Henson and Sarah Jessica Parker on behalf of the Hollywood Foreign Press Association. Nomadland, from …

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The United States vs. Billie Holiday

Everything to Watch During Black History Month 2021

By Beth Deitchman From new looks at trailblazing music legend Billie Holiday and the heroes of the Civil Rights Movement of the 1960s, to the innovative Black artists and creators who are shaping the stories of tomorrow, a bold and inspiring celebration of Black History Month is as close as your nearest screen. There’s an …

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Soul

5 Fantastic Things to Watch This Weekend

By Zach Johnson The holiday celebrations will continue into the weekend with a block of Christmas-themed episodes of The Simpsons airing on Freeform Friday morning. NBA Christmas Day on ABC, ESPN, and ESPN Deportes will also return Friday, with the Dallas Mavericks vs. the Los Angeles Lakers game set for primetime. And don’t miss the …

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Meet the Characters of Disney and Pixar’s Soul

By Zach Johnson What is it that makes you… you? The answer to that question lies in Soul, the 23rd feature film from Pixar Animation Studios. Premiering exclusively on Disney+ (where the streaming service is available) on December 25, the story hails from the minds of director and screenwriter Pete Docter, co-director and screenwriter Kemp …

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Muppet Babies

Muppet Babies Returns on January 4—Plus More in News Briefs

By Courtney Potter Season Three of Disney Junior’s Muppet Babies Debuts This January They’ll make your dreams come true—with all-new adventures, starting next month! Season three of Disney Junior’s Emmy Award®-nominated series Muppet Babies will premiere Monday, January 4, at 5 p.m. EST on Disney Junior and in DisneyNOW, and will introduce a new Muppet …

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Soul

Exclusive Q&A with Soul Musician Jon Batiste

By Zach Johnson Jamie Foxx may provide the voice of Joe Gardner in Soul, but Jon Batiste provides his hands. “When you see Joe’s hands playing in the film, that’s Jon’s playing,” producer Dana Murray says. “Our animators studied reference footage of Jon at the piano to capture details of how he plays—everything from how …

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Soul

Good for the Soul: 7 Things to Know About Pixar’s New Movie

By Zach Johnson What is the meaning of life? It’s a loaded question, and it’s one Disney and Pixar’s new movie Soul attempts to answer—or, at the very least, ponder—through the eyes of Joe Gardner (voice of Jamie Foxx), a middle school band teacher with dreams of becoming a professional jazz musician, and 22 (voice …

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How Pixar’s Soul Celebrates and Represents Black Culture

By Zach Johnson The themes in Disney and Pixar’s upcoming film Soul may be universal, but they are explored through the singular experiences of one man: Joe Gardner (voice of Jamie Foxx). Since Joe is the animation studio’s first Black lead, director Pete Docter, co-director Kemp Powers, and producer Dana Murray made it their mission …

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Everything New You Can Stream on Disney+ in December 2020

By Zach Johnson December is the perfect month to curl up under a blanket and enjoy some of your favorite films and series on Disney+. In addition to adding fan-favorite titles such as Anastasia, Big, Eddie the Eagle, Into the Woods, and Ralph Breaks the Internet to its library, Disney+ will also be premiering highly …

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Jon Batiste

Musician Jon Batiste Brings Us Some Soul—Plus More in News Briefs

By Courtney Potter Disney and Pixar’s Soul: Hear from Jon Batiste and Watch a New Trailer! Jazz musician Jon Batiste—a Grammy® nominee known currently as the band leader on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert—has contributed music to the upcoming Disney and Pixar film Soul… and now, we get a sneak peek at one of …

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Soul

5 Things You Need to Know About Pixar’s Soul

On December 25, Disney and Pixar’s highly anticipated feature film Soul will premiere exclusively on Disney+, introducing audiences to Joe Gardner (voice of Jamie Foxx), a middle school band teacher who dreams of being a professional jazz musician. But soon after he gets his big break, a tragic misstep sends Joe to The Great Before, …

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Soul

Disney and Pixar’s Soul Concept Art

What makes you… you? That very question is the ethos behind Disney and Pixar’s new movie Soul, premiering exclusively on Disney+ on December 25, 2020. (In international markets where Disney+ isn’t currently available or is soon to be, Soul will be released theatrically, with dates to be announced later.) The film follows Joe Gardner (voice …

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soul

JUST ANNOUNCED: Pixar’s Soul to Debut Exclusively on Disney+

By Zach Johnson Consider this an early Christmas present: The Walt Disney Company just announced that Soul, the all-new original feature from Pixar Animation Studios, will debut exclusively on Disney+ on December 25, 2020! In international markets where Disney+ isn’t currently available (or is soon to be), Soul will be released theatrically, with dates to …

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soul

Brand-New Look at Disney and Pixar’s Soul—Plus More in News Briefs

By Courtney Potter New Soul Sneak Peek Debuts During Essence Festival of Culture “What is it that makes you, you?” During last weekend’s first installment of the amazing virtual 2020 Essence Festival of Culture, the folks behind Disney and Pixar’s Soul presented an exclusive sneak peek at the upcoming film! Director Pete Docter, co-director and …

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Soul Iris

Disney and Pixar Have Plenty of Soul—Plus More in News Briefs

By Courtney Potter Get ready to follow jazz musician Joe Gardner on an incredible journey, and go inside the world of Frozen 2 in a whole new way… Read more, along with other news from around Disney, in this week’s news briefs! Disney and Pixar’s Soul: Introducing Joe Gardner…    You heard about it at …

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